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English Idioms MCQs with Answers

Review the latest approved English Idioms multiple choice questions below. Each question is arranged for quick reading, answer checking, and concept revision so candidates can practice regularly without wasting time on repeated or low-quality material.

What does "jump through hoops" mean?

A. Take physical risks
B. Go through many difficult requirements
C. Change your career
D. Work without pay

Explanation:
It means completing many annoying tasks to get permission or success.

What does "jump the gun" mean?

A. Start too soon
B. Win unexpectedly
C. React calmly
D. Move without warning

Explanation:
It means acting before the proper time.

What does "behind the eight ball" mean?

A. In a winning position
B. Free from pressure
C. Ready to negotiate
D. In a difficult position

Explanation:
It means facing trouble or disadvantage.

What does "another string to your bow" mean?

A. Extra decoration
B. Hidden weakness
C. Another useful skill or option
D. A difficult target

Explanation:
It means you have an additional ability or way to succeed.

What does "ahead of the game" mean?

A. Lucky by chance
B. Better prepared than others
C. Outside the contest
D. Too eager to start

Explanation:
It means having an advantage because you are more advanced or prepared.

What does "across the board" mean?

A. Applying to everyone or everything
B. Written on a board
C. Very competitive
D. Limited to sports

Explanation:
It means affecting all parts or all people equally.

What does "ring a bell" mean?

A. Sound an alarm
B. Create suspicion
C. Repeat a secret
D. Seem familiar

Explanation:
It means to sound known or remembered in some way.

What does "pull out all the stops" mean?

A. Cancel the process
B. Work with less effort
C. Do everything possible
D. Ignore instructions

Explanation:
It means to use every available effort or resource.

What does "make a song and dance about something" mean?

A. Celebrate formally
B. Make a big fuss about it
C. Explain it clearly
D. Perform for guests

Explanation:
It means to overreact to something unimportant.

What does "for a song" mean?

A. Very cheaply
B. In public
C. With joyful music
D. After much effort

Explanation:
It means at a very low price.

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